Karnataka Entrance Exams & Admissions, Decoded
Official cutoff analytics, verified rank predictors, choice-filling simulators, and real-time circular breakdowns for KCET, NEET UG, NEET PG, PGCET, and DCET.
Online choice locking & Malleswaram offline BDS session with caution DD.
MD/MS State Quota & Open fees (GMC ₹1.14L / Pvt ₹8.18L) + rural undertaking.
Check 5-year caste & income RD expiry to prevent rejection before January.
Physical reporting concluded; compiling leftover seats for casual vacancy round.
Karnataka Cutoff Explorer & Admissions Suite
Search official opening and closing ranks for KCET, NEET, and PGCET across GM, 2A, 3B, SC, ST, SNQ, and 371(J) quotas with round drift analytics.
Exams covered
Dates, cutoff and counselling status for each, at a glance
KCET
2027 Roadmap ActiveEngineering, architecture, pharmacy, agriculture and state-quota medical/dental seats.
NEET UG (MBBS/BDS)
Stray Vacancy ActiveKarnataka state quota MBBS & BDS medical admissions across 84 government and private colleges.
NEET PG (MD/MS/MDS)
PGET Hub ActiveKarnataka 50% State Quota & Private College MD/MS/Diploma admissions across 57+ apex hospitals.
PGCET
Spot Round Matrix SoonEntrance exam for MBA, MCA and M.Tech/M.E./M.Arch admissions across Karnataka.
DCET
2027 Prep ActiveLateral entry for diploma holders into second-year engineering degree seats.
Latest updates
Every stage of the exam cycle, as it happens
KEA NEET UG Special Stray Vacancy Offline Session at Malleswaram HQ Today
Offline physical counseling for 412 vacant BDS seats and leftover private MBBS/AYUSH seats begins today at KEA Headquarters, Malleswaram. Entry strictly requires a ₹1,00,000 caution Demand Draft.
NEET UG 2026 Online Stray Vacancy Option Entry Live (Oct 16–19)
Freshly registered candidates can modify and lock option preferences. Tiered refundable security deposits apply: ₹1L (Govt/BDS), ₹12L (Govt/Private MBBS), and ₹25L (all quotas incl. NRI).
KEA NEET PG (PGET) Medical Admissions, Seat Matrix & ₹50L Rural Bond Undertaking Released
Statutory guidelines published for MD/MS State Quota (50%) and Pan-India Open seats. Junior resident monthly stipends (₹50k–₹60k) and mandatory 1-year rural bond undertaking format notified.
PGCET 2026 Round 2 Physical Reporting Concludes — Spot Round Vacancy Matrix Underway
Mandatory physical college reporting and document verification for MBA, MCA & M.Tech round 2 concluded on Oct 16. KEA is compiling non-reported seat returns for casual vacancy round.
KCET 2026 Post-Surrender Fee Refunds & College Seat Reconciliation Active
Following the Oct 15 seat surrender deadline, KEA initiated bank challan refund processing. Any engineering cancellations submitted post-deadline forfeit 100% tuition fees under Rule 12(2).
KCET 2027 Aspirants: 5-Year Nadakacheri RD Number Verification Alert
Current 2nd PUC students preparing for UGCET 2027 should test 15-character Nadakacheri RD numbers for Caste (Form E/F) and Income validity now to avoid document rejection in January.
Trending admissions Q&A
Verified, authoritative answers to high-stakes student and parent queries
Can I surrender my KCET 2026 seat after October 15 and get a fee refund?
Surrenders after October 15 (5:30 PM) result in 100% tuition fee forfeiture under KEA admission rules. Learn statutory deduction brackets and legal appeal options.
What are the rules and ₹1,00,000 DD requirement for NEET UG Special Stray Vacancy?
Physical counseling at KEA Malleswaram requires a mandatory ₹1L Demand Draft, original verification slips, and immediate fee payment upon seat allotment.
NEET PG Karnataka Clause A vs Clause B: Who qualifies for State Quota vs Open Seats?
Clause A requires MBBS from Karnataka and 10 years of schooling. Clause B is for Karnataka candidates who studied MBBS outside. Non-domiciles can access Open (OPN) private seats.
How do Choice 1, Choice 2, Choice 3, and Choice 4 work after round seat allotment?
Choice 1 confirms and locks the seat; Choice 2 holds the seat while upgrading in next round; Choice 3 surrenders and upgrades; Choice 4 exits counseling permanently.
How do I check if my 15-digit Nadakacheri RD number is expired for 2027?
Income certificates expire strictly after 5 years, while caste certificates are lifetime. Test your 15-character RD number directly on Nadakacheri before January application.
How does the SNQ (Supernumerary Quota) 5% seat & 100% fee waiver work?
Provides a 100% tuition waiver (students pay only ~₹4,000 university fees) for top rankers with family income below ₹8 Lakhs. Merit cutoff drops are typically 500–2,000 ranks.
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KEA NEET UG Special Stray Vacancy Guide: Offline Schedule, ₹1L DD & Round Rules
Everything you need to know about the October 18 offline counseling session at KEA Malleswaram for 412 BDS and private MBBS vacancies.
Karnataka NEET PG 2026/2027 Counselling: State Quota vs Open Seats, Seat Matrix & ₹50L Bond
Comprehensive breakdown of the 50% State Quota, Pan-India Open seats, ₹1.14L GMC fee structure, resident stipends, and mandatory rural bond undertakings.
KCET 2027 Complete Blueprint: Eligibility, Document Checklist & 48 High-Weightage Chapters
Month-by-month preparation calendar, 50:50 Board + CET marks calculation, and chapter weightage analysis across Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics.
KEA Seat Cancellation & Fee Refund Policy: Deadlines, Deduction Tables & Forfeiture Rules
Detailed review of KEA Rule 12(2) forfeiture rules, deduction slabs, and bank refund processing following the October 15 surrender deadline.
KCET SNQ Quota Complete Guide: Income Limits, Cutoff Drops & Zero Tuition Fees
How Karnataka's 5% Supernumerary Quota delivers a 100% tuition waiver for engineering candidates whose family income is under ₹8 Lakhs.
PG Medical Fees, Resident Stipends & 3-Year ROI Analysis across Karnataka Colleges
Calculate 3-year MD/MS expenses against ₹19.8 Lakh total resident stipends, analyzing government vs private quota return on investment.
Free admissions tools
Quick answers, built from official cutoff and seat-matrix data
RD Number & Certificate Validity Checker
Test 15-char Nadakacheri RD numbers, evaluate 5-year caste/income expiry, and verify BEO round-seal attestation before Jan 2027 registration.
Try it →3-Year NEET PG Fee & Stipend Calculator
Model 3-year MD/MS expenses across GMCs (₹1.14L), Private Govt (₹8.18L), and Open quotas against ₹19.8L resident stipends and rural bonds.
Try it →Karnataka NEET PG Branch Closing Ranks
Explore verified All India Ranks for MD Radio, Medicine, Derma, Paeds, and Surgery across BMCRI, MMCRI, St. John's, and Ramaiah.
Try it →2027 Admissions Master Countdown
Live real-time countdown clocks to KCET, 2nd PUC, COMEDK, NEET, and PGCET 2027 exams with month-by-month roadmap and .ICS calendar export.
Try it →Karnataka NEET Predictor & Simulator
MBBS & BDS admissions engine for Round 2, Mop-Up & Stray Vacancy! Real cutoffs for BMCRI, Ramaiah, KIMS across 84 medical colleges with ₹1L caution deposit guide.
Try it →5.5-Yr MBBS Fee & Bond Calculator
Accurate 4.5-yr tuition + 1-yr internship cost breakdown across Govt (₹64k), GMP/OPN (₹11L), and rural service bonds.
Try it →PGCET 2026 College Predictor & R2 Cutoffs
Round 1 & Round 2 final cutoffs for 125+ MBA, MCA & M.Tech institutions with college priority analytics and spot round vacancy tracker.
Try it →KCET 2027 Target Score Planner
Reverse-engineer your dream rank into required KCET score (out of 180) and Board PCM marks, plus 48-chapter historical weightage blueprint.
Try it →KEA Allotment Matrix (50k+ Cutoffs)
Search official KEA Karnataka CET cutoffs across 220+ engineering colleges with verified closing rank records from 2023–2025.
Try it →Option Entry Priority Simulator
Simulate the official KEA seat allotment algorithm with your rank against 51,000+ real cutoffs, and master Choice 1, 2, 3 & 4 rules.
Try it →Document Verification Wizard
Personalized document checklist builder for KCET, NEET, PGCET & DCET based on your candidature clause and category.
Try it →SNQ 100% Fee Waiver Explorer
Search zero-tuition engineering seats under Karnataka's 5% Supernumerary Quota with income limits and closing cutoff drops.
Try it →Choice 1–4 Decision Engine
Interactive algorithm advising whether to accept, hold, upgrade or exit after Round 1 and Round 2 seat allotments.
Try it →Candidature Category Guide
A guided walkthrough to evaluate your likely Karnataka Clause A–O / 371(J) / Horanadu / Gadinadu candidature category.
Try it →Seat Surrender & Refund Calculator
Calculate statutory refunds and deductions under KEA Rule 12(2) for JoSAA, CSAB, and NEET transfers.
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